At the time Suzanne was having a complicated pregnancy. Sybil required many weekly
vet appointments as well as hydrotherapy 4-5 times a week and acupuncture once a
week. Suzanne was unable to take her to every appointment and couldn't manage her
on her own due to ill health. After looking into transport, the nearest “pet taxi”
was in Leeds. There were no other animal transporters in the area let alone a pet
taxi with someone capable or trained in taking Sybil for her treatment. Sadly, after
a courageous and long battle Sybil was PTS in November 2006, when her condition really
took hold. From that came Yorkshire Animal Ambulance. The service is dedicated to
Sybil and other animals and owners that need this service!

In May 2006 Sybil, Suzanne's rescue German Shepherd, was diagnosed with peripheral
neuropathy. What started off as toe dragging soon turned into partial paralysis of
one hind leg and soon after, both hind legs. It was unclear whether it was permanent
or caused by an infection. A lengthy battle commenced to try and either slow the
condition down whilst maintaining a good quality of life or indeed support her until
she overcame her illness.

To learn more about peripheral neuropathy, please follow the links below.